NLP

NLP ~ Neuro linguistic Programming

Is often referred to as the study of human excellence, and it so often goes hand in hand with hypnosis therapy because they are both the study of human mind ‘workings’. In particular, it focuses on the way we communicate and understand the world around us. It is the use of language to enable both the client and the therapist to achieve results in a speedy and efficient manner.

It is also an attitude, best described as “a look at life as a rare and unprecedented opportunity to learn” in every way. Many institutes now teach this subject alone as a ’self-help’ programme too.

It is a devised method of working based on the presupposition that all behaviour has a structure, and that structure can be modelled, learned, taught and changed. A good therapist teaches the client how to use their own resources i.e. ways of thinking, to enable them to alter what ever they they want to change, this could be a fear or phobia for example, or as vague as just an ‘unknown unease’ about a particular subject that has bothered them for some time.

Communication is about language and representational systems [do you think in pictures or sounds?] used internally when we talk to ourselves … yes, we all do it! …  and when we interact with others.

The way we process the complex information received through our senses [pictures, sounds or feelings] structures our thoughts, influencing our behaviour and the way we communicate with others.

The nervous (or neurological) system is influenced by language (linguistics) and by harnessing this potential, thought processes influence positive change. As such, NLP is very useful in improving interpersonal skills. You will see it used in the ‘personal growth’ & ‘motivational therapy’ industry a lot.

The philosophy behind NLP is very much to incorporate NLP principles within a broader framework as opposed to using it as a standalone service. For example, some NLP techniques are useful in overcoming addictions and phobias. This is why it is used in conjunction with other disciplines such as Hypnosis, and very successful it is too, it enables the client to connect with the essence of the self - this means that it opens up communications within the unconscious and the conscious mind through both methods used in conjunction.

Understanding and influencing processes of communication enables us to live life more effectively, confidently and successfully, but beware of the ethically challenged individuals who are only interested in manipulation of the spurious kind. Ask yourself, “Would I buy a used car from this person?”

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Location: Reepham in Norfolk, East Anglia, is about 20 minutes from the outskirts of Norwich. Appointments are made by telephone: 01603 879126

The cost of treatment is dependant on the monetary resources of the client. I have helped many people through the holistic healing approach, from the busy man working all day in his office, who has a hidden fear of public speaking, to the retired farmer who’s back pain has troubled him all his working life.

If unable to answer the phone I will ask you to leave a message speaking slowly and clearly, and give your contact number so I can return your call as soon as is possible.